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1. What Olmesan® is and what it is used for?
Olmesan® (Olmesartan Medoxomil), a prodrug, is hydrolyzed to Olmesartan during absorption from the gastrointestinal tract. Olmesartan is a selective AT1 subtype angiotensin II receptor antagonist. Olmesan® (olmesartan Medoxomil) is indicated for the treatment of hypertension. It may be used alone or in combination with other antihypertensive agents.

2. Before you take Olmesan®
Let your doctor know if you have these, or any other, medical conditions:

• Have less urine than normal or if you cannot urinate
• Are allergic to other sulfonamide type medicines
• Have severe kidney disease

If you take Olmesan®, tell your doctor if you also take:

• Water pills (diuretics)
• Other medicines for high blood pressure or a heart problem
• Potassium supplements or a salt substitute that contains potassium
• Pain or arthritis medicines, such as aspirin and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
• Simvastatin, a cholesterol-lowering drug
• Lithium for certain types of depression